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"Of course, as everyone does," Jon-Tarr answers. "I don't regret any of the jobs I've taken in and of themselves. I've carefully considered each position before accepting it, and I haven't made any truly poor choices. But when a project or a job hasn't been the challenge I'd hoped for, I regret that it might have closed off other possibilities, other avenues. I wish I had the time to spread myself across every project that takes my interest, but I don't." Jon-Tarr is starting to look fidgety. You decide to ask one last question.

He gives you a curious look. "I am very much for real. Your question is curious—you've surely worked at MetaHuman for some time, and so I'd have expected you to be somewhat acquainted with those beings that vary from the human norm. And yet here you are, with a question like this. Odd."

He does not seem angry; rather, he is genuinely puzzled by you. Not entirely satisfied by his answer, you move on to more practical matters: the salary and precise responsibilities of the position. At last you thank him for his time, and accompany him back to the waiting room.